As you make your way through the wedding planning journey and leading up to your big day, questions are sure to arise about what’s trending, what people are doing and no longer doing when it comes to weddings. One thing we may not think about until we get closer to wrapping up your planning is the parting gift or “favor” that has traditionally been given to guests as a thank you for attending.
Wedding favours are a great way to show appreciation for wedding guests and wedding party. These small keepsakes allow you to express your personality, tastes, wedding theme or colours in an inexpensive but thoughtful way.
For most couples, there are far more pressing matters to think about than wedding favours. However, the wedding dress, venue, catering and honeymoon usually occupy a more significant part of the planning – and budget! So, unless you are excited to prepare DIY wedding favours, don’t worry if this part of the wedding planning is an afterthought.
You don’t have to spend a fortune on wedding favours, particularly if you’re on a tight budget. Instead, you can offer guests anything from a small chocolate treat to handmade gifts. The best part is that wedding favours tend to reflect your style. They’re also very easy to DIY, so most people can pull off a simple wedding favour craft – even if you don’t feel particularly creative.
Below are 11 inexpensive wedding favours your guess will be excited to take home:
1. Homemade Cookies
Are you or a friend a baker? Why not turn those delicious treats into wedding favors. For an extra personal touch, attach hand-drawn tags or guests names on the package.
2. Mini Scented Candles
Keep your love burning well after your wedding has ended by gifting candles as favors. opt for travel-size candles and matches that match your wedding theme.
3. Mini Scented Candles
Keep your love burning well after your wedding has ended by gifting candles as favors. opt for travel-size candles and matches that match your wedding theme.
4. Mini Honey Pots & Dippers
From overnight oats to hot tea, guests will reach for this sweet favor for months to come. Use a dainty ribbon to attach a micro dipper to the miniature honey pot to complete the gift.
5. Box of Chocolate
Dark or milk is up to you, but the chocolate boxes are sure to be a hit for guests with a sweet tooth (so, everyone!)
6. Bag of Seeds
Bags of seeds are generally seen as a symbol of growth and harmony, which makes them a meaningful wedding favor. You can use any flowers you like, but it’ll be especially touching to gift a type of bloom that was used throughout your day.
7. Small Olive Oil Bottle
Bottles of olive oil are the perfect favor for your guests as everyone is always in need of fresh olive oil for their kitchen.
8. Himalayan Salt
Pour Himalayan salt into mason jars for a quick gift that guests can use at home while cooking. Complete the look with a bow for a pretty-in-pink finish.
9. Macaroons
Macaroons are a cute and trendy favour to give your guests. Place it in a cute box with a pretty ribbon to complete the look.
10. Bottle Opener
There’s a good chance your guests will use bottle openers every week, which means they’ll think of your nuptials each time they crack open a cold one.
11. Mini Succulents
Potted succulents and cacti make perfect takeaways. Pop in staked tags to transform them into live place cards.
